Roxborough Reserve Resident Resources

Connecting with Your Reps

To efficiently communicate with you, we are setting up different channels. The goal is to be able to let you know, for example, when the builder plans to pave the streets.

Here is what is in place so far.

Join the Roxborough Reserve Homeowners Facebook Group that Autumn Homza #32 created for the community.
If you use WhatsApp, share your cell number with Christine who has created a list for Roxborough Reserve.
Look for this e-Newsletter in your inbox on a monthly basis. Please add cbwhittemore@simplemarketingnow.com to your safe sender's list if necessary.

Roxborough Reserve Women's Dinner January 2023

Roxborough Reserve Resources

Governing Documents for the Roxborough Reserve Community

>> Bylaws

>> Public Offering Statement

>> Declaration of Planned Community

>> Rules and Regulations

>> Collection Resolution

>> Fence Resolution

>> Download the Landscaping Guidelines

Changes to Your Property

The updated ACC/ARC (Architectural Request for Change) form is available to download via this link. Be sure to let your representatives know when you upload it to the CINC portal so we can be on the lookout and ensure it doesn't get waylaid.

Note that the form includes the accepted fence and storm door options.

Important Reminder About Certificates of Insurance: The ARC/ACC form requires that you submit a Certificate of Insurance for contractors doing work on or in your property. The reason is that the HOA can be named in a lawsuit if someone is injured on the job. The Certificate of Insurance protects you the homeowner as well as the HOA.

>> Roxborough Reserve Site Plan

Replacement Mailbox Keys

If you lose your mailbox key, you'll need to contact the post office to get the lock replaced/new keys. In the meantime, you can obtain your mail from them. For additional perspective, reach out to Mary Kate #36 who has gone through this.

Color Coded Original Tree Plan for Roxborough Reserve

>> Access the 2-page pdf with details on the original tree plan for the community.

Resources Roxborough Reserve Residents Have Used...

Many Roxborough Reserve residents have McCullough Fencing fences in place (#11, 12, 31, 33, and 34 to name a few).

For closets, check out:

>> Unique Custom Closets - ask for Fran (he/him)

>> Inspired Closets

For finishing basements or for decks and more, reach out to Dan and Mike Loughlin at 215-778-0202. For perspectives, speak to #32, 34, 39, and others.

For a locksmith, try Jefferson Locksmith, 125 Leverington Ave, Unit 305, 215-798-4787, 6 AM to 11 PM (#31 used them to replace a broken front door handle).

Real Estate Taxes

You can access the Philadelphia Government Real Estate Tax site.

Pumping Stations

Here's a primer on pumping stations and how they work: SEWER SCHOOL: HOW DOES A SEWER PUMP STATION WORK?

Trash & Recycling Information

Residents of Roxborough Reserve have convenient access to a Philadelphia sanitation center on Domino Lane where you can drop off the trash as well as recyclables Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

>> Details from the City of Philadelphia

>> Roxborough Reserve City Trash Proposal details & links

Drop off boxes at local U-HAUL locations for reuse by other movers. There's a U-HAUL location very close by on Ridge Avenue.

>> Details about Find a Box | Leave a Box

Local Civic Association

Dearnley Park Civic Association - https://www.dearnleyparkcivic.org/

Local Parks for Walks, Hikes, Volunteer Opportunities & More

Farmer's markets take place in:

>> East Falls Farmers' Market - Saturdays

>> Friends of Pretzel Park, Manayunk on Saturdays

Looking to immerse yourself in nature? Check out these gems right in our neighborhood!

>> Schuylkill Environmental Center (no dogs allowed). Note that March Through June is Toad Mating Time. That's when our local toads emerge from hibernation in the early spring, hundreds of them crossing Port Royal, Hagy's Mill, and other nearby roads to mate in the Roxborough Reservoir or the Schuylkill Center's ponds. You'll find volunteers during that time erecting barricades and helping divert traffic during busy toad-crossing evenings, saving hundreds of toads from being hit by cars. To learn more, visit the Schuylkill Environmental Center Toad page on the website.

>> The Upper Roxborough Reservoir

>> The Wissahickon - accessible on foot via Wigard Avenue

>> The Schuylkill River Trail

Other Fresh Food & Flower Resources

>> Jack's Farm - closed for the 2023 season

>> Maple Acres Farm Market

>> Garden resources:

.. Secret Garden on Ridge Avenue

.. From the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, here are native garden templates!

Are you interested in the Southeast Asian Market at FDR Park? Here's a guide from VisitPhilly.

Educational Resources

Mount Airy Learning Tree - MALT - You'll receive a catalog in the mail or go online. Fabulous programs in-person and online - such as learning to play the harmonica, T'ai Chi, walking tours of Chinatown and historic Philadelphia...!

Morris Arboretum offers kids, family, and adult learning programs

Barnes Collection classes

Philadelphia Museum of Art classes and events

Curious Philadelphia:

Resources You Can't Live Without

>> Dead King Bread at Manayunk Timber on Umbria. Open to the public on Saturday mornings or via CSA.

>> Did you know? Manayunk Timber is turning a former parking lot into an Indigenous forest

>> Also, you can have custom wood projects done at Manayunk Timber.

>> Philly Foodworks is an online market and farm share program dedicated to creating a sustainable local food system for the Greater Philadelphia region. You'll find subscription boxes that can be customized or not for a discounted price and home delivery. For questions, ask #12.

>> Pauline Nader's Flower Farm and Bee Sanctuary - check out the flower CSA options

>> Henry Got Crops is both a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program and the wonderful Weaver's Way farm store open during the growing season.

>> Weaver's Way Co-op, with stores in Chestnut Hill, Mount Airy, and Ambler, offers primarily locally sourced produce and products. If you have questions, let Christine know; she's a member.

Great Local Restaurants

The Couch Tomato in Manayunk for eating in/out, takeout, and catering

Taqueria Amor in Manayunk

New Ridge Brewery on Ridge in Roxborough

Chabaa Thai in Manayunk (❤️)

Barry's Buns in Chestnut Hill

Wissahickon Brewing Company - Great beer + great food trucks

Do You Like Music?

Here are some music gigs and events that we are discovering.

>> Acoustic Philadelphia Blues: Stevie and the Bluescasters - Seth Holzman, the harmonica player, teaches harmonica via MALT

>> Music in your neighborhood: Artcinia

Local Events

Roxtoberfest takes place in October around the pocket part on Ridge Avenue, by the New Ridge Brewery. To learn more, check out Roxborough Events.

Manayunk regularly has events taking place on Main Street, including amazing holiday lights!

Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival: Mid to Late April from 11 AM - 5 PM

Along historic Main Street, grab everything from savory BBQ to sweet desserts from over 50 of Philadelphia’s best food trucks and gourmet food vendors! Purchase homemade oils and spices or stock up on fresh fruits and vegetables at the farm stand. Vendors will highlight dishes with the spring ingredient – strawberries! Take a break from eating with festival shopping at local businesses. Enjoy live music at Green Lane, Cotton Street, and Shurs Lane.

>> To learn more, visit Manayunk.com

Roxborough Spring Fest: Mid to Late May, Noon - 6 PM on Ridge from Lyceum to Leverington.

You'll find regionally-acclaimed musical acts on the main stage, singer-songwriters at the Roxborough Pocket Park, and classic cars lined up near Gorgas Park, hosted by Roxborough Ridge Runners. Food trucks, over 30 local artists and crafters, face painting, balloon animals, games, and other fun activities for kids of all ages.

>> To learn more, visit Roxborough Spring Fest

Philly Events and Places

Rodin Museum Garden Bar - Fridays 4-8:30 PM from late May to late August

Enjoy a change of scenery at the Rodin Garden Bar pop-up. Explore the Rodin Museum, enjoy refreshing summer cocktails and tasty small plates, listen to music, and enjoy the garden oasis.